Chapter 10: First Encounters
- On Route 1 -
[2:45 PM]
< Alex's POV >
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I walked along the weary path of Route 1, my heart racing with anticipation. Sparse trees lined the sides, but a variety of bushes and shrubs flourished, providing ample hiding spots for wild Pokémon. Ace perched on my right shoulder, and I shared my ambitions with him—catching new partners to help me fulfill my dreams of becoming a skilled trainer.
As we moved forward, a rustle in the trees above caught my attention. A Rattata sat on a branch a few paces away, nibbling on a berry, its back turned to us.
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[Rattata]
[Level]: 4
[Gender]: Female♀️
[HP]: 17/17
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The notification sparked a thrill in me. Remembering the new function I'd unlocked when I got Ace, I opened the 'Pokémon Status' feature.
Ding
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[Pokémon Status]
• You can view the information regarding the Pokémon you have on hand.
1. Pidgey ♂️
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• Pidgey ♂️ | Ace
[Level]: 5 (To next level: 13 Exp.)
[Type]: {Flying}
[Ability]: Keen Eye, Big Pecks (Hidden)
[Nature]: Jolly
[Stats]:
- HP: 20/20
- ATK: 11
- DEF: 10
- SP. ATK: 9
- SP. DEF: 10
- SPD: 13
[Moves]:
- Tackle (Beginner: 46/100%)
- Sand Attack (Beginner: 13/100%)
- Feint Attack (Novice: 7/100%)
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Jolly Nature, huh? Not bad. It gives a slight boost to speed, although it lowers Ace's special attack. The fact that he has two abilities—one of them hidden—made me feel fortunate.
As I observed Ace's moves, I wondered about this new system. What were these 'Novice' and 'Beginner' levels for Move Mastery? Another mystery to unravel in this strange world.
"Hey buddy," I whispered to Ace, "What do you say about facing that Rattata for your first fight?" His eyes sparkled with determination as he nodded. "Then let's surprise it with a Tackle attack!"
With a swift command, Ace flew toward the Rattata, tackling it head-on. The unexpected force sent the Rattata tumbling off the branch.
Ouch. That's gotta hurt. Ace perched on the branch where the Rattata had been, looking proud. I approached the fallen Pokémon and confirmed it had fainted. I took out a Pokéball and tapped it against the Rattata, watching it get sucked inside.
Ding
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[Pokédex Updated]
Rattata #0019
[Type]: {Normal}
Mouse Pokémon. Will chew on anything with its fangs. If you see one, you can be certain that 40 more live in the area.
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Ding
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[Quest Completed]
1. Defeat Your First Wild Pokémon:
A wild Pokémon has appeared! Use your new starter to win your first battle.
Reward:
- 200 XP
- 1 Potion
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Ding
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[New Achievement Unlocked]
★ First of Many ★
• Catch your first Pokémon.
Reward:
- Will obtain once Tutorial Quests are completed.
- XP Gained: +2
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Ding
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[System Notification]:
You have levelled up. Currently Lv. 3.
• +5 HP
• +10 stat points are now available for distribution.
Reminder: Stat points cannot be distributed until you reach Lv. 5.
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Ding
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[System Notification]:
1 Potion is transferred to System Inventory.
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One-hit K.O. "Good job, Ace!"
Ace returned to my shoulder, and I scratched him lightly below his beak. We took a break, enjoying a quick snack. I ate my sandwich while giving Ace some Pokémon food packed by Prof. Oak.
As I stared at the Pokéball containing the Rattata, I noticed its middle button was red rather than white like Ace's. I tried calling it out, but nothing happened. As Prof. Oak said, I'd have to get it registered at a Pokémon Center. My expression soured at the thought that I had captured one of the starter Pokémon offered to me earlier.
Checking our statuses, I opened 'Pokémon Status' again.
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[Pokémon Status]
• Pidgey ♂️ | Ace
[Level]: 5 (To next level: 1 Exp.)
[Type]: {Flying}
[Ability]: Keen Eye, Big Pecks (Hidden)
[Nature]: Jolly
[Stats]:
- HP: 68/68
- ATK: 8
- DEF: 8
- SP. ATK: 8
- SP. DEF: 8
- SPD: 9
[Moves]:
- Tackle (Beginner: 47/100%)
- Sand Attack (Beginner: 13/100%)
- Feint Attack (Novice: 7/100%)
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Ace had gained experience, edging closer to a level-up. I also checked my own status.
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[System Interface V1.0]
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[User Profile]
- [Name]: Alex Riziero
- [Age]: 16
- [Trainer Class]: Fledgling
- [Hometown]: Not selected
- [Title(s)]: Nil
- [Level]: 3
- [XP]: 15/400
- [Species]: Human
- [Location]: Kanto (near Viridian City, Route 1)
- [₽]: 1500
- [Badges]: Nil
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[Status]
- [HP]: 110/110
- [MP]: Nil (Yet to unlock)
- [STR]: 7
- [END]: 9
- [DEX]: 8
- [INT]: 12
- [WIS]: 11
- [CHA]: 10
- [LCK]: 21
- Stat Points Available: 30
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[Skills]
1. Observe (Passive) Lv. 2/15
• Effect:
a. Lv. 1 - Basic Information:
- For Pokémon: Provides name, species, and level.
- For Humans: Displays name, age, and profession.
b. Lv. 2 - Status Effects:
- For Pokémon: Can identify current status effects (e.g., poisoned).
- For Humans: Indicates emotional state (e.g., nervous, confident) and any current physical conditions (e.g., injured).
- Identify important findings/objects.
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[Inventory]
- Poké Balls: 5
- Potion: 1
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[Bag]
- Poké Balls: 5
- Potions: 6
- Antidotes: 6
- Paralyze Heals: 6
- Food Supplies: Enough for both Alex and Ace until reaching Viridian City.
- Phone:
~ Installed Modules:
1. Map
2. Trainer ID
3. Calls and Contacts
4. Camera
5. Pokédex
6. Pokémon Status
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[Quests]
Active:
1. Visit Viridian City:
a. Clerk's Gift
Meet the PokéMart clerk. They'll give you an item that will help on your journey.
Reward:
- Map of Kanto
b. Checking In
• Visit the Pokémon Center.
Reward:
- ???
2. Unlock the Harem Mode:
- As you bond with a companion (a female trainer), the system will recognize your potential to form deeper relationships. A new feature will be unlocked.
Reward:
- Harem Mode Unlocked
- Title: Bonded
- Special Ability: Charm (Passive) – Increases your Charisma by +5 in interactions with female companions.
Completed:
1. Unlock System Interface.
2. Open Map App.
3. Open Trainer ID App.
4. Meet Professor Oak in Pallet Town.
5. Choose Your Starter Pokémon.
6. Defeat Your First Wild Pokémon
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[Achievements]
1. ★ First Step Into The Pokémon World ★
2. ★ Meeting The World Protagonist ★
3. ★ First of Many ★
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[Poké-Harem System]
• Harem Mode: Locked (Unlock after completing a Tutorial Quest).
• Pokédex:
1. Kanto Region:
~ Pokémon Seen: 2
~ Pokémon Registered: 1
~ Last Pokémon Registered in Pokédex: Rattata (#0019)
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My Level has increased to Lv. 3 and HP by 10 points. Observe Skill has levelled up to Lv. 2 previously. It is a pretty handy skill. I felt a rush of excitement at the thought of what further details this skill could reveal in battles.
I also have a System Inventory from which I can access items that are gifted by the system, but there is no option to store items from the outside world into the Inventory. Guess I will rely on the backpack provided by Prof. Oak.
There are so many stat points available for distribution but for some reason it can only be distributed after I reach Lv. 5, but my stats forming up pretty good.
Only two more Tutorial Quests to be completed to unlock the Harem Mode. I wonder how it would change the way I talk with the ladies.
"Alright, Ace," I said, trying to shake off my worries. "Let's keep moving!"
"Pidgey~" he chirped, mirroring my enthusiasm.
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- Still on Route 1, but much further -
[3:25 PM]
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As we journeyed deeper into Route 1, Ace battled against a few more Pokémon: another Rattata, two Pidgeys, and then a Mankey. The battle with the Mankey was intense; it had been angered by the earlier commotion caused by Ace crashing into the tree above.
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[Mankey]
[Lv.]: 7
[Gender]: Male ♂️
[HP]: 24/24
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This Mankey was the highest-level Pokémon I'd seen in the wild, and I felt the pressure. Ace had reached level 6 and just shy away from level 7 after all his previous fights, and he looked weary.
"Okay, Ace," I thought, considering our options. "You have a type advantage, but what about your stamina?" He'd fought several battles in a row, and I didn't want to push him too far.
"Hey Ace, let's retreat for now," I suggested.
To my surprise, he shook his head vigorously. "Pidg…!" he insisted, eyes bright with determination.
"Are you sure you want to fight him?" I asked, feeling a swell of pride at his resolve.
He nodded, his posture firm.
"Ace, fly up and dodge! Keep your distance from Mankey!" I commanded, knowing that it would give him a better chance.
Mankey rushed forward, furious. "Uh-oh," I cursed, and before I could react, he charged at me.
"Ace! Swoop in with Sand Attack and follow it with Tackle!" I shouted.
Just as Mankey lunged for me, Ace executed Sand Attack, throwing dust into Mankey's eyes.
"Now, Tackle!" I yelled.
Bam! The impact sent Mankey reeling, but I could see it was far from done. "Quick! Before he gets up, charge in with Tackle and then use Feint Attack!"
Ace swooped in, but Mankey used Leer, intimidating Ace just as he was about to strike.
"Ace, look out! Counter with Tackle!" I shouted.
With my urgent warning, Ace regained his focus and barely dodged Mankey's attack. He crashed into Mankey, delivering a critical hit.
Mankey stumbled back, visibly shaken from the collision. "This is it, Ace! Follow up with Feint Attack!"
Ace, gathering every ounce of energy, swooped in low, darting past Mankey with a quick but deceptive move, catching it off guard. The hit landed perfectly, and Mankey was knocked to the ground, dazed.
"Now's our chance! Tackle again!" I yelled, adrenaline pumping through me. Ace launched himself forward, and with one final blow, Mankey was sent sprawling into the dirt, fainting.
I took this chance and threw a Pokéball at Mankey.
Whoosh.
Mankey got sucked into the Pokéball, which dropped onto the ground and started shaking sideways.
shake-shake
shake-shake
shake-shake
Click!
Mankey was captured.
Ding
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[Pokédex Updated]
Mankey #0056
[Type]: {Fighting}
It lives in groups in the treetops. If it loses sight of its group, it becomes infuriated by its loneliness.
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Ace let out a triumphant chirp, and I felt an overwhelming sense of pride swell within me.
Ding
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[New Achievement Unlocked]
★ First Challenge ★
• Defeat a wild Pokémon at a higher level than your own.
Reward:
- Will obtain once Tutorial Quests are completed.
- XP Gained: +2
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Ding
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[New Achievement Unlocked]
★ Double Trouble ★
• Capture two Pokémon in a single outing.
Reward:
- Will obtain once Tutorial Quests are completed.
- XP Gained: +2
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"Great job, buddy! You really held your own out there!" I praised him, giving him a scratch behind the head. Ace fluffed up his feathers, clearly enjoying the praise.
I gave Ace some potion and Pokémon food and recalled him to his Pokéball to get some well-deserved rest.
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End of Chapter 10